Morrisons has appointed Andrew Pleasance as commercial director of the company’s fresh division.

The UK retailer said that Pleasance will be in charge of its commercial operations in bakery, meat, fish and produce.

Discover B2B Marketing That Performs

Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms.

Find out more

Pleasance replaces Chris Walker, who has decided to leave the company to take up a role at Boparan Foods.

He has led Morrisons Fresh Lab project, trialling new ways of retailing fresh food. Following the changes, sales have risen 8% in produce, 9% in meat, 43% in flowers, while deli sales rose 31%.

Retail director Mark Harrison said: “The innovations developed by Andrew at our Fresh Lab have delighted our customers in Leeds and it is now time to take these to our other stores in the UK. In his new role, Andrew will be instrumental in developing our fresh food offer throughout our store network.”

GlobalData Strategic Intelligence

US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate?

Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis.

By GlobalData

Just Food Excellence Awards - The Benefits of Entering

Gain the recognition you deserve! The Just Food Excellence Awards celebrate innovation, leadership, and impact. By entering, you showcase your achievements, elevate your industry profile, and position yourself among top leaders driving food industry advancements. Don’t miss your chance to stand out—submit your entry today!

Nominate Now